New AI program could help screen SG seniors for depression and anxiety through video calls

By Malavika Menon

AI
Thursday, 01 Jul 2021
4:55 PM MYT

AI is used to measure facial expressions, with the software program mapping positive and negative emotions in real time. — The Straits Times

SINGAPORE: A new program will help counsellors accurately diagnose senior citizens for mental health concerns such as anxiety, stress and depression through a video call.

The counsellors will tap artificial intelligence (AI) to measure facial expressions, with the software program mapping positive and negative emotions in real time.

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